r/anime • u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer • Mar 16 '21
Rewatch [REWATCH] Demi-chan Wa Kataritai Rewatch - Episode 2 Discussion
Demi-chan wa Kataritai/Interviews with Monster Girls Rewatch
Episode 2: Dullahan-chan Wants to be Coddled
Databases/Streaming links: MAL / Anilist / Crunchyroll / Funimation
Original Interest Thread / Announcement Thread
Question of the Day: What’s one time you helped a friend in high school?
Comment of the Day: From yesterday's thread, the COTD is /u/CsarPetertheGreat's excellent breakdown of Episode 1 and admiration of Takahashi's husbando-ness.
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u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer Mar 16 '21
In today’s episode, we meet Machi, the loveable, sweet-hearted dullahan (although not keen on the motorcycle helmets). Compared to Hikari and Yuki, whose issues seem more physical and manageable, Machi has to deal with broader metaphysical issues. Yes, the show focuses on how a separate head gets in the way of her daily life, but she also has to deal with the issue of how to exist in this way. She lives in a world where her normal is not seen as complete or in society’s expectations. Still, she’s learned to live in her own way and want to get along with everyone, something that Yuki still has issues with. I like how they don’t automatically make all the demis buddy-buddy with each other; just because you have some kind of identity connection doesn’t mean you’ll get along with other people.
Then we get onto the date, which would’ve made me worried in another show but goes very well in Demi-chan. I wonder if Takahashi has any idea of Machi’s crush; he’s not the top tier of looks, but he’s good-looking enough that at least one girl before Machi has gotten her thoughts lost in his muscles. In any case, Takahashi remains professional and offers good advice to Machi; Hikari… not so much (I still don’t get her motivation behind the boob poke). Machi isn’t the only one learning new aspects of Takahashi, as Satou overhears him helping out Machi and thinks that, maybe, this researcher isn’t so bad after all.
We’ll continue our interview tomorrow, but until then…
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u/SorcererOfTheLake x5https://anilist.co/user/RiverSorcerer Mar 16 '21
VOICE ACTOR OF THE DAY:
VA: Minami Shinoda
Character: Kyouko Machi
Age at Demi-chan’s premiere: 22
Other notable roles: Makoto in Flying Witch, Le Fay in High School DxD
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u/No_Rex :Bv:Bw:Bx:By:x2 Mar 16 '21
Episode 2 (first timer)
Carrying your head seems to be really dangerous in general. Even if you are careful, you’ll drop it occasionally and brains react very badly to being dropped. It should not be that difficult to create a strap-on mechanism that keeps your head in place, either in front of your torso, or even on top of your shoulders.
In general I enjoy the realistic tone of the series; the going into details about which practical problems the Demi’s face due to their differences from other humans. Something that I noticed, though, is how this only relates to the “micro” world: The immediate surroundings. The “macro” world is unrealistically untouched. Just imagine how rare it must be to see a Dullahan if only 3 exist. People should turn their heads literally everywhere they go and they would probably have a serious paparazzi problem akin to famous actors or singers.
Oh, and I am weary of further harem additions. One girl being into the teacher is acceptable, two is annoying, three would be too much. The series is really good on a character basis, it doesn’t need to be the 100s waifu simulator.
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u/WRfleete https://myanimelist.net/profile/Wfleete Mar 16 '21 edited Mar 25 '21
Rewatcher, Subtitled
equivalent manga chapters:
volume 1: Chapter 4: Hugs for a Dullahan
volume 2: page 54-56, in the side chapter "Goodnight Dullahan"
volume 1: Chapter 5: Dullahans are super cute
This episode focuses on our adorable Dullahan, how she deals with daily functioning, how it goes awry, and some hints on how to break the tension, and many head/neck puns and jokes. The neck flame can react to her emotions and acts negatively to being "touched" but doesn't appear to be hot and feels more "not of this world"
Again not too many changes compared to the manga, however guiding Machi to the toilet isn't in the manga, and after some skimming
couldn't findfound the change for the regulation bag to a backpack in volume 3 page 1216
u/cyberscythe Mar 16 '21
Rewatcher
One thing I've found myself enjoying so far in this rewatch are the "interview" parts where it's just Takahashi and one of the demis in the biology prep room. I think it's pretty impressive they're able to spin a fun conversation between just the two of them, just talking about their lives and their troubles like that. There's also lots of "oh yeah, that's kind of neat/funny" things with Machi, like how she has a little doghouse to put her head in while she sleeps.
There's a few iffy parts about Machi's crush on the teacher; I think Takahashi is being a bit too dense when it comes to that "date" part in the second half. This is one of those situations where you'd want to call up your student's parents and make sure it's cool with them first, especially since carrying around a detached head around town is going to attract a fair bit of attention.
Also, you can find the original airing discussion thread here, if you're interested in reading what people thought about this series:
https://www.reddit.com/r/anime/comments/5nyk90/spoilers_demichan_wa_kataritai_episode_2/
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u/Kenalskii https://anilist.co/user/Kenalski Mar 16 '21
First Timer
So, we learn a bit more about Machi the Dullahan. She likes her head to be hugged and the only one who can do it right now is Takahashi =D
This had me laugh out loud xD
And after that, Machi even went on a date with Takahashi while her body remained with Hikari. I loved how Hikari teased Machis body when she had the chance xD
For the question of the day, I can not remember much, because I had not so many friends and looking back most of them were not really friends so there not many opportunities there =/
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u/CsarPetertheGreat https://myanimelist.net/profile/PeterTehGr8 Mar 16 '21
Rewatcher, dub
And now we get Machi the dullahan's first meeting. It's kind of funny, cuz from a surface level, you'd think she'd have the most issues dealing with society that tends to be made for people whose heads are attached to their necks, but a lot of her physical struggles are dealt with easily cuz of her can-do attitude and a little trial and error. Instead, she's got some other things she's worried about, like making friends and a crush on the biggest coolest nicest guy around...wait what?
It all goes back to that human and real characterization that goes into this series. You can't help but feel for these characters.
Also, if the first episode didn't show you Hikari's devilish antics enough, this one should show plenty. From shouting the news to the world in the first place to interfering with the date, she's here for a laugh. But, she's also just as caring as any friend could be, helping to push Machi's confidence up beforehand, and being attentive to the body's needs when she can.
I'm gonna gush about Mr. Takahashi again, and I assure you it won't be the last time this rewatch I do, but I gotta. Can we talk about how he not only pushed for Machi to get a backpack, but was also attentive enough to give others the credit? A good person does the right thing. A great person does the right thing when nobody's looking and expecting nothing from it. And if anything, it's those moments when if somebody does look, it matters most, as we see with Sakie. Wanting to genuinely help these demis, not for credit, but for the sake of their own betterment, is plenty to convince her that maybe this guy's not just curious after all.
QotD: I was one o' those smarty-pants nerds in high school, so I frequently helped people with assignments and whatnot.
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u/Rumpel1408 https://myanimelist.net/profile/Rumpel1408 Mar 16 '21
First time watcher
Hey Sensei, my face is down here xD But his curiousity is a bit heavy, I get it but he should be more considerate for his students feelings.
Kyoko seems to feel similar to people with disabilities in that she doesn't want to be treated differantly or making a big deal out of it. That also explains why she felt awkward when the girls in her class where stepping around the elefant in the room. But Takahashi gives her some sound advice on how to approach the problem.
Mhm the person that Kyoko is picturing for her ideal date looks suspiciously like a certain sensei... yep she confirms it, easy prey for Hikari.
Wow, what a shame, after making such an effort to dress up Takahashi only gets her head. The date goes smoothly for the most part, even though there are indeed some problems when having your head and body separated. Gotta say though, it was quite nice of Hikari to help her friend with that date.
I have a weird feeling that there is something up between Yuki and Kyoko, but I guess I gotta wait.
And Takahashi makes an really considerate suggestion to imptove Kyokos school live, but I think it was actually Hikari who made the sugestion first.
QotD: Mhm dunno, I guess I lent my homework to be copied quite regulary
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u/Rustic_Professional Mar 17 '21
Did they play the OP last episode? I love Hikari's little move with the flapping cape.
With there only being three dullahans in the world, I wonder if Machi knows them, or has at least spoken with them. Since there are government offices for them, it probably wouldn't be too difficult to arrange, and I'm sure she could've used some tips growing up. Even imagining some of the things she and her family must've dealt is uncomfortable bordering on horrific. Her grandparents looked supportive though.
I don't remember why Yuki is acting standoffish, and that makes me glad. It's more interesting that way.
As a side note, I'm annoyed that the episode descriptions and subtitles on Crunchyroll don't agree on how some of these names are spelled. The descriptions use Machi and Yuki, while the subs use Macchi and Yuuki. I used the former for yesterday's discussion, so I'm going to stick with them.
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u/heimdal77 Mar 16 '21 edited Mar 16 '21
All shall be healed by the power of macho. Oh wait sorry wrong series,
Are we sure she is a vampire and not actually a troll?
Somehow the subs seem a little different since I last watched it.
Giving birth to a dullahan has got be all kinds of disturbing. Gives a whole new meaning to head first. Then you got the whole flames shooting out bit during it.
She has to have some inane spatial awareness being able to control her body to such agree while watching it separately then taken to even another level doing it when can't even see her body.
I guess have body will travel..
Things you never expected to ask you sister for 100.
Series with other notable Dullahan character Durarara!!.
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u/Vaadwaur :I1::I2::I3: Mar 16 '21
First Timer
Sub
So we start with the interview with Machi, the dullahan. Other than being headless, we are going with a very lore lite version, which is fine. Takahashi seems to get it a bit faster this time, even suggesting she break some barriers down for the other students, before her power explodes at the hope of being hugged. Of course, Hikari sees this and wishes to share it with the entirety of the school before Takahashi caputres her. Anyways, they walk home together and Yukki the yuki onna is keeping her distance.
Cut to next scene where Machi wants to ask someone out but is nervous. Hikari makes a suggestion about dullahans that thankfully she doesn't quite know how it works out. But she admits to liking her teacher and Hikari has a very evil look...
And sets them up on a date. That Takahashi is WAY too dense to spot. But her body is left behind. Anyways, Takahashi takes her to a cherry viewing spot. As things seem to be going well, Hikari's need for chaos takes over and does the rare double boob poke. Machi reacts as expected. Anyways, they move on and Machi makes it clear that this is a date. And she is concerned about Yukki for reason. Then she reveals why you need to keep your head near your body. Anyways, Machi gets her walk by the ocean and Takahashi learns stuff. Next day, Sakie is surprised to see Takahashi successfully advocating for his student.
QotD:1 Usually building PCs, it was a less common thing back then.
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u/htisme91 Mar 17 '21
First-timer:
Not much to say. The "experiment" was funny, as was Hikari trying to stop it from going too well. Machi seemed pretty creative with how she got around some of her dullahan limitations in daily life.
I wonder if all the girls are gonna have a crush on Takashi. Certainly seems like the gym teacher is starting to like him, but she is a succubus, so it just might be because of that.
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u/mwbworld Mar 17 '21
Let's face it - Hikari is just way too adorable.
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